Our Health Service is expanding and so is our Internal Audit Team
• Internal Audit is a key component of West Moreton Health corporate governance, providing an independent and objective assurance and advisory service designed to add value and improve operations.
Internal Audit provides a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.
The Internal Audit Function enhances West Moreton Health's (WMH) capability to develop a dynamic and responsive health service by providing independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight.
• Permanent Full Time Opportunity
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
* We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
* We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
* We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
About the role
In partnership with the Manager Internal Audit, the Principal Internal Auditor provides and assists in the delivery of efficient, effective and contemporary internal audit services which conform to the Institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework (the IPPF Standards), are in accordance with the West Moreton Health (WMH) Internal Audit Charter and contributes to the continued development of the function's maturity, capacity and capability.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* Knowledge of or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of the functions and operations of West Moreton Health, as well as ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy applicable to a public sector Health Service Statutory Body.
* Ability to independently plan, conduct and manage complex operational, financial, compliance internal audit engagements within given timeframes and budget.
* Written and verbal communication skills suitable for writing internal audit reports and briefs, leading meetings with stakeholders and senior/executive management and participating in project board / steering committee / governance forum discussions.
* Research, analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to apply innovative ideas, the latest technologies, and new techniques to analyse and evaluate complex issues/problems to provide fit for purpose recommendations and advice.
* Ability to build and sustain productive working relationships with different stakeholders and clients and work effectively in a team environment, through excellent interpersonal skills including highly effective communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
Why choose us
* Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
* Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
* Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
* Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
* Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
* A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.